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Music News and Commentary.
September 04, 2010
Music News and Commentary.
September 04, 2010
It’s a boy for pop music diva, Cher! Former daughter Chastity (her dad was the late singer/comedian/Politian Sonny Bono) has undergone a sex change (aka ‘gender reassignment’) surgery and is now Mr. Chaz Bono.
Country music has brought together generations, genders, races and social classes throughout our country's history. If you want to sit front and center and enjoy some classic tunes and new country creations, check out DISH Network's CMT Front Row concert series from the comfort of home.
Stephen Stills, famed rock guitarist, is focusing on solo projects and much-anticipated archival releases.
College student Morgan Harrington was vibrant, well liked, and a big Metallica fan. The 20-year-old student went missing following a Metallica concert at Virginia Tech last week. The heavy metal rock band has contributed $50,000 to the reward fund, hoping to find information that will help locate Morgan.
Taylor Swift’s Corpus Christi concert (scheduled for March 12, 2010) sold out in one swift hour! Fans need not be discouraged if they missed out on one of the $61 tickets though. Word has it that promoters are likely to open up more seats closer to the event date, and there are single-seat tickets still available, too.
The world of rap music will have to get by for a while without the talent of rapper Lil’ Wayne. Following a weapons charge, he received a jail sentence of one year.
Pop queen Madonna reflected on her fondness and admiration for the late king of pop, Michael Jackson. The star recently gave an interview, talking about her decades-long career.
Vic Mizzy, creator of the Addams Family theme and other beloved TV scores, passed away last weekend at age 93. He was at his home in Bel Air, CA.
President Obama stepped out of the country music closet when, during his speech at the White House Country Music Celebration, he quoted country star Dierks Bentley in his opening remarks.
Who is London’s hottest music dish? Meet Cheryl Cole; the 26 year old beauty is wowing fans of all ages, including American Idol’s Simon Cowell.
Owl City is heading out to the west coast for tonight’s Seattle concert. The rising star started out far from the water’s edge, though the upbeat hits from his breakout album, "Ocean Eyes" is making waves with listeners everywhere.
You might want to check out new artist/MC, C'Thru. His name and work are creating some credible hype on the street. C'Thru's song 'Everybody Know Me' (put out on the label Zaydon Heights Music) and video for the single 'Who Can I Trust' are gaining popularity amongst an enthusiastic band of followers.
Who’s in the mood for some quality country music!? BIG news out of Nashville this morning; Garth Brooks confirmed the rumors that he really is coming out of retirement for a new show in Las Vegas!
Top pop honors for this week go to former American Idol contestant, Chris Daughtry. Billy Currington tops the country charts with his hit People Are Crazy.
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Vintage singer/song writer Paul Anka alleges that the late Michael Jackson stole from him.
Nominees were announced today for the 2009 American Music Awards, with plenty of recognition going to the late Michael Jackson and country pop waif, Taylor Swift.
Amidst all the prep and anticipation of the new documentary film ‘Michael Jackson’s This Is It’ a new, never before publicized song titled ‘this is it’ has been discovered.
Music is comprised of more than guitars, synthesizers, microphones and notes upon a page. Some of the most beautiful music we’ll ever experience are as simple as a beating heart, the gentle rhythm of unlabored breath and the uplifting tune of laughter.
Alice in Chains reunites with soulful new vocalist William DuVall picking up the mic. The band's original lead singer, Layne Staley, died in '02 after a cocaine and heroin overdose.
Anyone who tuned into the Farm Aid benefit concert on TV this weekend enjoyed performance after impressive performance by renowned artists who generously donated their time to this all-American event.
Many people remember Mike Huckabee as the warm, approachable Republican who made a recent run at the 08 Presidential election, governor of Arkansas, minister or author. But how many of you are familiar with Mike’s musical accomplishments?
Rumors of Amy Farris’ death have been confirmed. The 40 year old fiddler was found over the weekend in her Los Angeles home. At this time her cause of death is not disclosed.